Pulmonary Flashcards
pe
pulmonary embolism= blood clot in the pulmonary artery that blocks the blood supply
dvt
deep vein thrombosis= blood clot in the venous system
Movement of air
through “tubes,” as a result ofpressure differences. NO GAS EXCHANGE
ventilation
Gas exchange, Oxygen in and Carbon Dioxide out
respiration
flow
of air is impeded
obstructive
volume
of air is decreased
restrictive
acute lung injury with inflammation that damages the lung parenchyma
pathogenisis of pneumonia
Obstructive disorder that limits the ability to exhale air
COPD
Productive cough that lasts for at least 3 months each year for two consecutive years
chronic bronchitis
spirometers measure what?
volume
Measures the maximum volume ofgas a patient can exhale forcefully and quickly
forced vital capacity
Reversible obstructive lung disease
asthma
Medications taken
on a daily basis for the long-term
asthma controllers
Medications given as needed that actquickly to relieve
an acute episode
asthma relievers
Irreversible proliferation of fibroblasts
pulmonary fibrosis